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More recruiters should consider using their LinkedIn profiles to promote their company to job candidates rather than tooting their own horn, Jason Pankow writes. "Some people seem to be more concerned about marketing themselves than marketing their employer. This is perfectly acceptable for the average 'I want someone to find me' passive candidate. For recruiters, though, it's kind of annoying," he writes.

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Using "corporate speak" in your LinkedIn profile won't help you stand out, Liz Ryan writes. Show a bit of personality and passion in your summary to grab the attention of hiring managers, she suggests.

Interact with your LinkedIn home page for a few minutes every day, Lily Zhang writes. Post something on a weekly basis, update your profile monthly and get in the habit of adding contacts and contributing to groups, she writes.

The first step to becoming a savvier LinkedIn user is to determine why you want to be on LinkedIn in the first place, Janaura Bishop writes. "Formally define your objectives for LinkedIn so that you can develop a strategy and, if appropriate, track measurable goals," she writes.

Alternatives to LinkedIn for professional networking include AngelList, Meetup and Opportunity, members of the Young Entrepreneur Council say. Quora is a great place to seek advice before making a business decision, says Andrew Vest of Preferling.

If you're asked to connect to someone on LinkedIn who you believe is unprofessional, ignore the invitation or make the excuse you haven't had time to deal with it, Alison Green writes. "Or you could just connect with him. A connection isn't an endorsement," she writes.